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1988.132; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.132; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Liberty Bell Plate
1988.132; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.132; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Liberty Bell Plate

Artifact ID1988.132
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Maker (Port Jefferson Station, NY)
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium ceramic, paint, glaze
DimensionsOverall Diam 8 1/4 in x D 1 1/4 in (3.2 cm x 21 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white plate features a three-dimensional representation of the Liberty Bell. Raised yellow text encircles the plate's rim.
Historical NoteOn March 3, 1976 in the White House’s Rose Garden, Woodhaven Manor residents and activity director Ann Roberts presented this plate to Deputy Special Assistant Milton E. Mitler, who accepted it on the Fords' behalf.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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